Temporary Marketing and Communications Coordinator

We currently have an opening for a dynamic and energetic Marketing & Communications Coordinator in our Corporate Head Office in Edmonton. Reporting to the VP of Underwriting Operations and Distribution, this hands-on role provides support to all levels of the organization and is an exciting opportunity for an intermediate professional who would like to be involved in all Marketing and Communications initiatives. The duration of this role is  approximately 15 months in length.

With exceptional written communication skills and an acute understanding of graphic design principles, the successful candidate will have the ability to independently manage a varying and demanding workload, gaining hands-on experience across the full spectrum of marketing and communications activities. A keen eye for detail will allow for success in meeting the requirements of accuracy and remarkable quality.

What You’ll Do:

• Execute marketing and branding activities that support the company’s strategic direction and align with the company’s vision, mission and values
• Draft and publish/distribute press releases, blog articles, broker communications, and letters to policyholders as needed
• Design and update brochures, social media graphics, industry magazine ads, and other marketing and promotional materials
• Take ownership of updating and maintaining content for the company websites (public and broker)
• Collaborate with the Corporate Culture and Content Coordinator on writing, managing and monitoring all company social media content
• Monitor and analyze performance of digital ads, social media and website content, present report to VP with any recommendations for improvement
• Oversee promotional product inventory; collaborate with Business Development Advisors on desired products, manage relationships and handle ordering and payment with vendors, closely tracking budgets and maintaining documentation
• As directed and requested by the Corporate Underwriting Manager, complete updates to internal documents such as underwriting manuals, wordings, forms, and questionnaires, ensuring maintenance of consistent and professional branding
• Manage all administrative components of the Marketing and Communications function

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education/training in Marketing, Communications and/or Graphic Design
• 2 or more years of related experience in a similar role (new grads with relevant internships, coop and volunteer work will also be considered); previous customer service background and/or insurance industry knowledge would be an asset
• Knowledge of Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher and Outlook), Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (specifically InDesign and Acrobat) would be an asset
• Experience with Google Analytics, SEO strategies and social media platform analytics would be an asset
• A creative mindset and the willingness to learn and grow
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Initiative –  you are a self-starter with the ability to work both independently and in a team with minimal supervision and direction
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully juggle multiple priorities
• A commitment to providing exceptional customer service to internal and external customers
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to blend a corporate and creative voice

What You’ll Experience: 

• Competitive base pay with annual bonus eligibility
• Healthy work-life balance including a day off every 4 weeks
• Social events held throughout the year
• A career in a stable and essential industry, at a company with an exceptional corporate culture and opportunities for professional development and advancement

Why Peace Hills:

Peace Hills General Insurance Company has been serving Western Canada since 1982 with home, auto and business insurance products. Our head office is in Edmonton, Alberta, with branch offices in Calgary and Vancouver. We currently employ over 300 staff who work with more than 1,000 broker offices across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon Territory.

Peace Hills is proudly owned by the Samson Cree Nation, and it is through Wahkôtowin – a Cree word that means “kinship” and the interconnectedness of all beings – that we are and continue to be a respected insurer that provides creative and responsive solutions.

Ready to apply? Send your resume and cover letter to hr@phgic.com
This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.